[6] John Cochran Veterans Hospital is a full-service facility offering a variety of care services, which include:[4] John J. Cochran Veterans Hospital is affiliated with Washington University School of Medicine and the St. Louis University School of Medicine.

[1] These affiliations support medical education, residency programs, and research partnerships, enabling the hospital to be a training ground for future healthcare professionals.

[1] The hospital is actively involved in clinical research, particularly in areas related to veteran health.

[7] In recent years, John J. Cochran Veterans Hospital has faced scrutiny for issues such as extended wait times,[8] dental equipment sterilization practices,[9] and outdated infrastructure.

[5] There are ongoing plans to upgrade and modernize the facilities at John J. Cochran Veterans Hospital.